A Cheap DIY "Python" - A Must-Have for Large Tanks

Yah, I said you can use your finger to tighten the hose clamps. You don't need it super tight because the hose fights snugly over the adaptor. It's just an added security.

What I meant by not debating it is that this thread is for those who are interested in it. Of course there are a 100 other ways of doing it. I guess it just seemed a little ....out of place ...to me to see a post saying "yah, I like my python better." Of course you do, you already bought it. It serves is purpose. Not all of use want to spend the money on one...
 
I will not dispute that the DIY is functional, but without the venturi it is not a substitute for the Python at all. And without long-term use and convenience I remain dubious.

My setup includes a dedicated tank room, designed in, with a laundry tub and a dedicated tap for the Python (and hose storage device BTW). When I set for the plumbing of two sinks and built the room, the price of the Python is trivial. And over the years it has been in use, even more trivial. So, different stokes for different folks is fine, but don't stretch the comparison of Python and a hose on a tap too far.
 
That was rude.

If you didn't like my idea, or want to use it, you didn't have to post. That's all I'm saying. I use this method. It works perfectly. There is no difference execpt that you dont drain through the sink. I use the tub. I'd rather use the tub because I put dishes in the sink. That's all I'm saying. You screw the blue part onto your sink - I stick a hose on it. There is no difference. I don't use a screwdriver. If you keep the adaptor on, its quicker than a python because all you do is stick the hose on it, no screwing, no turning no anything, which you have to do with a python. All I'm trying to do is help people save money. I know of a few people already who have thanked me for the idea and are going to use it. It's fine that you like your python better. DIY isnt for everyone. You've made your point. All I ask is that you stop belittling the idea for those who want to try it.

Funny how all I was trying to do was help people, but I'm the one with fangs. Seriously. Insults like that are for little kids.

RTR - As for long term use...I've been using it for a year and a half, so I think it works:) There's not much to go wrong with it. I'ts professional grade food and beverage hosing...metal clamps, indestructable metal adaptor. Even assuming the metal clamps wore out after a few years, they're 65 cents:) Is that what you meant? Just how long the pieces last?

As for "stretchin the comparison"...there is a reason I put Python in quotes. I'm beginning to regret even trying to help people out:(
 
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Leopardess- I do not doubt at all that the DIY works, but not as smoothly and easily as quickly as the commercial product for my use. I change multiple tanks daily, switching from sinks to tub or other drain between operations would be too big a chore for me, and do remember that I have the luxury of a dedicated sink for the Python - huge difference there. But my use is the uncommon one here, not yours. I frankly never expected the device to hold up as well and as long as it has and have been very pleased with how well it has held its flexibility - but I freely admit it is not as clear as it once was. Having the venturi at the sink, near hose-end shut-off/flow restrictor (although I will not trust the shut-off other than for short times - my water pressure is pretty high), and a variety of different length gravel tubes are the big differences - all of which could be incorporated easily into your unit as desired/needed. Those features would duplicate the commerial unit's functionality more closely, whether it was on a dedicated sink or not. With those additions, the functionality should be only trivially different, if at all.
 
DIY isn't meant to be nessarily the same thing, though:( There is no way you could manufacture the same product, thats why the company sells them.

Some people don't have a fish room with a sink, or even a lot of tanks to change water on. I use it on my 55 and the 29g and that is it.
 
My comment was not to be rude but just a little pun. I apologize if I have offended you. And by no means stop trying to help people. That's what this forum is for and as for debating your way and my way it gives people options and things to consider about the two types. Maybe it's me that needs to hold back on my opinions because I know sometimes I tell the way I see it without weighing the options. But that's me.
 
Minus the slight unpleasantness, I think this thread contains enough valuable information to make a good sticky...

I think the DIY python is a great idea for those people who need to save money and don't care about the slight inconvenience. As long as a disclaimer is attached...

just a suggestion
 
Minus the debate i thought it was a great thread.
I'm going to try out leopardesses method. She wrote it like a
"DIY python for dummies" book (couldn't be easier to understand) and it costs a few bucks. It will take me like 5 mins to find the items (i won't get lost in the hardware store). If it doesn't work, oh well, find out whats wrong and fix it (or buy a python). If it does, then great!
 
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